TPA (Tampa) to DEN (Denver) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is United Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 70 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.TPA → DEN
TPA (Tampa) to DEN (Denver)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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United Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 81% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
United Airlines leads at 81% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 76%.
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Good to know
Departing from TPA
79% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. TPA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~12 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
TPA cancels 2.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at DEN
78% on timeWhen flights into DEN are late, the average delay is 67 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DEN: TSA is ~13 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.